Craft a Ritual at The People’s Apothecary - the magic of crystals, candles, and plants
At The People’s Apothecary, we believe that healing doesn’t have to be complicated — and rituals don’t have to be reserved for special occasions. When you combine the power of crystals, candles, and herbs, you create a sacred moment that grounds your energy, focuses your intention, and invites healing into your daily life.
Whether you're new to rituals or deep in your practice, here’s a guide to crafting your own simple, powerful ritual using the tools available in our St. Paul shop or online apothecary.
Step 1: Set Your Intention
All rituals start with purpose. Ask yourself: What do I need right now? Support, clarity, abundance, emotional healing, focus?
Write it down or say it aloud. Keep it simple: “I call in peace.” “I am ready to release.” “I invite abundance.”
Step 2: Choose a Candle Color
Color carries energy. At The People’s Apothecary, we offer ritual candles in many colors:
White – clarity, spiritual connection, purity
Pink – love, self-compassion, relationships
Red – passion, vitality, courage
Green – abundance, growth, healing
Blue – peace, communication, calm
Black – protection, release, boundaries
Dress your candle with a bit of infused oil or roll it in dried herbs that match your intention.
Step 3: Select Your Herbs
Herbs bring ancient plant wisdom into your ritual. Some of our favorites include:
Rose – heart healing, softness, self-love
Lavender – peace, sleep, protection
Mugwort – intuition, dreams, spiritual clarity
Chamomile – calm, emotional balance
Cinnamon – energy, speed, attraction
You can burn them, brew them as tea, place them on your altar, or sprinkle around your candle.
Step 4: Work with Crystals
Crystals are allies that amplify intention. Choose one to support your focus:
Amethyst – intuition, emotional balance, divine connection
Rose Quartz – love, forgiveness, compassion
Black Tourmaline – protection, grounding
Citrine – abundance, joy, confidence
Clear Quartz – clarity, energetic amplifier
Hold the crystal as you state your intention, place it near your candle, or carry it with you throughout the day.
Step 5: Create Your Ritual Space
You don’t need anything fancy — just a clean surface, your chosen tools, and your intention. Light your candle, sip your herbal tea, breathe deeply, and take your time.
You might journal, meditate, pull an oracle card, or simply sit in silence. Let it be sacred. Let it be yours.
Start Your Ritual Practice
The People’s Apothecary is your local hub for ritual tools and education. Shop ritual candles, crystals, bulk herbs, and custom kits in-store at our St. Paul shop or online. We also offer seasonal ritual workshops and moon magic classes to help you deepen your practice.
Crafting your own ritual is one of the most beautiful ways to reclaim your power, connect with the earth, and nourish your spirit. And we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Visit us at www.thepeoplesapothecary.com to explore tools for your next ritual.
